Windows 10: Is there a link to report a scam?

Discus and support Is there a link to report a scam? in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I would like to report a tech scam and found a link earlier within the Microsoft site but I can no longer find it. Can anyone direct me there?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by rogerd49, Nov 11, 2019.

  1. ROGERD49
    rogerd49 Win User

    Is there a link to report a scam?


    I would like to report a tech scam and found a link earlier within the Microsoft site but I can no longer find it. Can anyone direct me there?

    :)
     
    rogerd49, Nov 11, 2019
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  2. SHARIEF K
    Sharief K Win User

    Possible scam?

    Hi Thomas,

    I can understand the situation you are going through. To help you further, we need the following information.

    • Which Microsoft website have you visited?
    • What is the phone number that you have contacted?
    • What is the make and model of the computer?

    I suggest you to refer to the links for more information on possible scams.

    Avoid scams that use the Microsoft name fraudulently

    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/safety/online-privacy/msname.aspx

    HOW TO: Report the Microsoft phone scam

    HOW TO: Report the Microsoft phone scam - Microsoft Security

    @ bhringer, thank you for bringing this to our notice.

    Please get back to us with the above information.
     
    Sharief K, Nov 11, 2019
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  3. CARLOS TIN
    Carlos Tin Win User
    phishing scam?

    Hi Marie,

    There are different types of Phishing scam, and the one that you received might be probably a
    "Deceptive Phishing" or "System Reconfiguration Attacks". For you to prevent receiving a phishing email and to be more aware about scams, we suggest that you report it by following the steps on this
    link. There are tips as well on the said link on how to determine a phishing email.

    We're looking forward to your feedback.
     
    Carlos Tin, Nov 11, 2019
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  4. BULLDOGXX
    BulldogXX Win User

    Is there a link to report a scam?

    How and to whom I report scams on my computers?

    You should report all scams to the local police. They can advise you of the next step to take.
     
    BulldogXX, Nov 11, 2019
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